Comparative for impolite or bad-mannered
“Michael was a very rude man who would often angrily threaten anyone that crossed him.”
Comparative for obscene or offensive in nature
“Brian always managed to still be funny while steering clear of telling rude jokes.”
Comparative for abrupt or unexpected in nature
“Simon is in for a rude shock once he discovers that he isn't quite as good looking as he thinks he is.”
Comparative for crudely made or done
“Feeling lonely, Chuck Noland would draw a rude face onto a volleyball and pretend it was his friend.”
(rare) Comparative for uncivilized, or lacking in social graces
“Missionaries mistakenly believed that it was their duty to convert the rude peoples of the world.”
(rare) Comparative for lacking in education
“The scoundrels were nothing more than a bunch of rude adolescents.”
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